tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post8094187275996894642..comments2024-01-02T19:39:27.832-05:00Comments on Heart Cries: Sick & BrokenRebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11920816691217676013noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-52593045935104460592014-06-24T00:30:21.630-04:002014-06-24T00:30:21.630-04:00Dear Rebekah, I truly respect you and all the grac...Dear Rebekah, I truly respect you and all the graceful human being who give home, love and faith to the kids who need those. My heart is full of fixed emotions-I am happy for these blessed kids and also feeling bad for many others who are left out there. In our country (Bangladesh) fostering and adopting is not a very common scenario unless it's within a family. <br /><br />Still I wish to adopt a child. I have a son, almost a year old. And I have always told my husband that if God gives us the capability of taking care of two kids I want to adopt one who is already in the world and needs that care. <br /><br />God bless you alldristyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06378698555552483743noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-78163362789796183982014-04-19T08:38:52.153-04:002014-04-19T08:38:52.153-04:00What you are going through is tough! I understand...What you are going through is tough! I understand! We have 3 foster kids right now and the five year old girl's mom ( and her 5 month old brother) hasn't been heard from in 2 months. Visits started with dad ( who just got out of jail) when mom stopped showing up. Anyway, after the first time mom didn't show, and we had a very rough day, I decided not to tell her about the visits until the last minute. Even then, I use language like might, possibly, or this may happen. I haven't talked to her about the fact that no one knows where her mom is yet. And, I'm not sure how. She actually doesn't ask about either parent much, which I think is odd... <br />Anyway, I just wanted you to know you aren't alone, and I will be praying for you on this foster care journey. It can be lonely and hard as so few understand the problems we face at all hours of the day/ night and from all angles (bio parents, social workers, visits, licensing workers, accusations, court, guardian at lidems, people coming to your house at any moment, etc...)! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-37440343536872818422014-03-27T13:01:12.501-04:002014-03-27T13:01:12.501-04:00Tears and sighs....this stuff is so hard!
God is ...Tears and sighs....this stuff is so hard!<br /><br />God is your portion.Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08766386944676634828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-69227203374440078062014-03-22T22:07:53.928-04:002014-03-22T22:07:53.928-04:00Hi...I too enjoy your writing. God has gifted you ...Hi...I too enjoy your writing. God has gifted you in writing/communicating your heart. I do pray for you and wish I could help you out when you need a break or something. It will be great to hear how these boys are doing years from now. I know it is so hard right now, but thankful they have you and your husband to love them and teach them about Jesus. You are doing a great job! You're a great mom! I know it must not be easy and I pray God gives you the strength and wisdom for each moment that you face that is just so hard. Praying in Florida! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-85253622396279382792014-03-21T23:04:26.417-04:002014-03-21T23:04:26.417-04:00Hey Rebekah, just stopping by to see if you had a ...Hey Rebekah, just stopping by to see if you had a new post. This is completely off the subject but I wanted to tell you your writing is so good I am always so happy when you have a long post because I love reading what you write. It is so true and real! It is like a milkshake that you do not want to end! Not sure how you are finding the time to write but thank you! Julie Simshttp://bridgecrosser.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-51637164265125714062014-03-20T18:10:09.538-04:002014-03-20T18:10:09.538-04:00Praying for your precious family!Praying for your precious family!Ashleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10826913919163707391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-84892778879880371962014-03-20T10:05:30.538-04:002014-03-20T10:05:30.538-04:00oh sweet mama!!! tears* with you… oh boy! this is ...oh sweet mama!!! tears* with you… oh boy! this is a tough tough one… but yes! God can make this all right.. He is busy with it… making it right. <br /><br />We love you all and pray daily for your sweet family xx<br />Lin xxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-62537290789875213772014-03-20T07:43:28.124-04:002014-03-20T07:43:28.124-04:00PRAYERSPRAYERSTraceyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11064113501129840818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-82163085471830292312014-03-20T00:16:59.158-04:002014-03-20T00:16:59.158-04:00Oh poor Sweet Boy :( My heart breaks for him...an...Oh poor Sweet Boy :( My heart breaks for him...and then for you having to see him in such emotional pain, yet not being able to take it away and fix it for him. It sounds to me like you are doing all the right things, though. Keep loving these little guys (and the little girl) you have and it will slowly help their little hearts heal.Pamelanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-18508581628662416462014-03-19T20:46:40.683-04:002014-03-19T20:46:40.683-04:00You guys! I am in tears reading through you commen...You guys! I am in tears reading through you comments. Please know that your words are not lost on us. I am so encouraged by your thoughtfulness and prayers. I had two bright moments, today, that reminded me that we haven't been forgotten. LJ came and told me that Sweet Boy was hiding. I walked around "trying" to find him and when I did, he jumped in my arms and squealed with joy. It was the first time I have ever heard him laugh, so heartily!<br /><br />Then before bed, I was getting ready to put their music on (they listen to worship music at night) and before I did, Sweet Boy, said, "Wait, mom. I have a song that I wrote that I want to sing....'I will worship, I will worship...' That's all I have so far.<br /><br />It was music to my ears! Thank you, Jesus, that even in the deep mud, we find daisies.Rebekahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11920816691217676013noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-58495170082973024612014-03-19T19:34:18.359-04:002014-03-19T19:34:18.359-04:00Come quickly Lord. Quickly.Come quickly Lord. Quickly.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-80108719186547670522014-03-19T18:40:06.385-04:002014-03-19T18:40:06.385-04:00Each and every post I read that you write makes me...Each and every post I read that you write makes me feel, just... overcome. I'm inspired by your story and by your family, and how you really show what it's like to be the hands and feet of Jesus. Thank you for always sharing the hard and the real and the beautiful. Praying for you.Staceyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04939987028726182741noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-2931410910036451492014-03-19T17:32:49.390-04:002014-03-19T17:32:49.390-04:00Rebekah!! Keep your head up!! God is the ultimate ...Rebekah!! Keep your head up!! God is the ultimate healer... Your boy will be healed with time. Your strength and courage carry him through. Keep up the amazing work!! You are a mom all moms should look up to!! Praying for your sweet family!Ainsley*https://www.blogger.com/profile/08386682017297514325noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-24492881166413930512014-03-19T15:22:01.472-04:002014-03-19T15:22:01.472-04:00My heart aches for sweet boy. Praying for strength...My heart aches for sweet boy. Praying for strength and peace in his lil heart and in yours. glendahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01542197885599674975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-52686312683407018962014-03-19T14:06:52.742-04:002014-03-19T14:06:52.742-04:00"He's not a good sleeper. We think it'..."He's not a good sleeper. We think it's because there are no distractions at night time - it's just him and his thoughts."<br /><br />I have friends who use a little CD player as part of their little guy's bedtime routine. Once in bed, they hit play and he hears a Bible story as he's drifting off to sleep. Would something like that help? Or maybe just some soft music, or a familiar children's story.<br /><br />Your blog is amazing, and you are changing the world, one sad little boy (or happy little boy, or needy little girl) at a time. Hang in there.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-50600491477550215092014-03-19T13:54:53.030-04:002014-03-19T13:54:53.030-04:00I am praying for your family, Rebekah. Oh my good...I am praying for your family, Rebekah. Oh my goodness. I KNOW this pain. The children are worth every sacrifice, but there IS sacrifice and it is NOT easy. Most of us don't mind sacrificing the big things. But when it comes to eating, sleeping, comfort in your own house and seeing your children experience grief rather than joy....THOSE are the hard sacrifices. I believe that is why God TRUSTED your precious children with you. He knows that even though you are honest about how hard it is to make the sacrifice, that you will indeed make it. You will perservere. And when it becomes good, as it always does, I can't wait to rejoice with you. Many prayers for you in this time...I know firsthand just how much you need them.Dana O'Farrellhttp://www.thepainteddresser.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-49506282293494760992014-03-19T12:09:52.393-04:002014-03-19T12:09:52.393-04:00Praying...Praying...Charhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13406064133884560608noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-38109876091648798102014-03-19T12:06:32.430-04:002014-03-19T12:06:32.430-04:00So many prayers for you! Your family is amazing an...So many prayers for you! Your family is amazing and strong!Kelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10406860326712598181noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-2825361865059900822014-03-19T11:33:01.744-04:002014-03-19T11:33:01.744-04:00Oh my heart. sweet sweet boy. ((hugs)) and prayer...Oh my heart. sweet sweet boy. ((hugs)) and prayers!BumbersBumblingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15804403640550027122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-59280783002017857032014-03-19T11:24:41.825-04:002014-03-19T11:24:41.825-04:00Praying for you! I know what you are going through...Praying for you! I know what you are going through. I am a foster mom of a two year old, and when his mom is a no show it is agonizing to watch the pain this little man goes through! Hang in there and stay strong. He needs you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-14333848308590383832014-03-19T10:44:27.491-04:002014-03-19T10:44:27.491-04:00Praying for all of you. As a new mom to an adopted...Praying for all of you. As a new mom to an adopted daughter from foster care, I can truly say I understand. <br /><br />Nella<br />loveisthickerthanwater@gmail.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-61636814921746247212014-03-19T09:56:48.639-04:002014-03-19T09:56:48.639-04:00I eagerly look to my reader every morning to see i...I eagerly look to my reader every morning to see if you have any updates. I've been and will continue to keep praying for all of you!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06142617016229998265noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-58362174585159452912014-03-19T08:35:01.257-04:002014-03-19T08:35:01.257-04:00On my knees in front of the Lord for you and the f...On my knees in front of the Lord for you and the family!!! Praying. Stay strong.Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00743705487797971906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-20914740265572946082014-03-19T08:14:41.233-04:002014-03-19T08:14:41.233-04:00Rebekah, I kept waking up and thinking and praying...Rebekah, I kept waking up and thinking and praying for you, Ben and your precious kids all night. A couple verses came to my mind so I thought I would share them with you to encourage you.<br />Psalm 139:5,6<br />Lord, you alone are my portion and my cup;<br /> you make my lot secure.<br />The boundary lines have fallen for me in pleasant places;<br /> surely I have a delightful inheritance.<br />What wonderful verses these are. The entire chapter is awesome and what I am praying and believing for you. I just see all of your kids saying that one day! <br />May God fill you with grace today, the amazing grace that we sing about all the time. May laughter come back to your house in a greater degree and the peace that passeth all human understanding fill your hearts and minds.<br />I also thank God for how great your marriage is and that God is keeping it completely safe and that you have no worries there. I also pray for your finances that you will have no worries there, just increase! I also thank God that he is giving both of you keen in site into what to ignore and what to pay close attention to. <br />Please know we are praying for you as God makes your lot secure!Julie Simshttp://bridgecrosser.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7712476185050900324.post-397878704901695142014-03-19T08:06:50.914-04:002014-03-19T08:06:50.914-04:00Poor, sweet little boy. Really there are no words....Poor, sweet little boy. Really there are no words. How I wish his little heart didn't have to be so hurt. How I wish YOU could be the only one navigating his future. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com